Newport could really only exist on the Oregon Coast. Few communities embody the offbeat vibe of the Coast better, and Newport’s unconventional attractions, lighthouses, and aesthetic make it immensely memorable.
Bordering on both the Pacific Ocean and the large Yaquina Bay, Newport is so many things combined into one remarkable place. An active working waterfront, the Historical Bayfront area is home to one of Oregon’s largest commercial fishing fleets. It is also an intriguing cultural district, with shops, art galleries, chowder houses, and restaurants right next to fish processing plants and historic buildings. A second distinct area of town, Nye Beach, was the number one attraction on the Coast during the early 1900s, and is still a popular haven for the arts.
Newport has not one but two lighthouses — the original lighthouse on Yaquina Bay, and a second lighthouse built in the late 1800s on Yaquina Head, north of town. At 93 feet tall, the Yaquina Head Lighthouse is the tallest active lighthouse in Oregon. The Oregon Coast Aquarium is world class and grants passage to mesmerizing turquoise tunnels and large tanks filled with colorful fish, sharks, and even stranger creatures. Not to be outdone on striking landmarks, the Yaquina Bay Bridge is an iconic, art-deco arch bridge on Highway 101 that spans the bay.
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Central Coast
Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area
Jutting into the Pacific Ocean, this harsh, unforgiving environment hosts many forms of life. Harbor seals and whales are visible offshore year-round. In spring and summer, thousands of seabirds flock to the near-shore islands to breed and raise their young....
750 NW Lighthouse Dr.Newport, OR
541-574-3100
Email us (blm_or_no_yhona_comments[at]blm[dot]gov)
Central Coast
Oregon Coast Aquarium
Take a deep dive into marine science at one of the nation’s top aquariums. An icon of Newport, the Oregon Coast Aquarium is a public aquatic and marine science exhibition facility offering educational programs. Exhibits showcase seabirds, marine mammals, fishes,...
2820 SE Ferry Slip RoadNewport, OR
541-867-3474
Email us (info[at]aquarium[dot]org)
Central Coast
Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce
Founded in 1948, the Newport Chamber is a non-profit organization of more than 500 local businesses, organizations, and individuals. Their mission is to unite the efforts of the citizens in promoting the civic, commercial, agricultural, tourism, marine and industrial welfare...
555 SW Coast Hwy.Newport, OR
541-265-8801
Email us (info[at]newportchamber[dot]org)
Central Coast
Mark Builder, Dmd, Inc.
Newport, OR
(541) 264-2800
Central Coast
Bike Newport
Bike Newport is a family owned bicycle shop in Newport, Oregon that offers fat bike rentals and tours. They also offer retail sales, a service shop and a lounge area (complete with shower and laundry facilities) for cylcists in need...
150 NW 6th StreetNewport, OR
541-265-9917
Email us (bikenewport[at]charter[dot]net)
Central Coast
Oregon Boating Foundation
The Oregon Boating Foundation is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to get you out on the water safely. They operate out of Newport – on the Oregon Coast – where there’s access to some spectacular waterways Being on the...
600 SE Bay Blvd.Newport, OR
800-806-4882
Email us (contact[at]oregonboatingfoundation[dot]org)
Central Coast
Newport Candy Shoppe Ltd.
Enjoy taffy, chocolates and caramel corn all made on site in Newport’s hometown Chocolate Factory and Gift Shop in South Beach. For the ultimate delicious treat, stop by the Newport Candy Shoppe on the SW Bayfront Blvd.
3211 S Coast HwyNewport, OR
(541) 265-2580
Central Coast
Pacific Eye Associates
Newport, OR
(541) 265-6582
Central Coast
Fred Meyer
Fred Meyer is a chain of hypermarket superstores founded in 1931 in Portland, Oregon, USA, by Fred G. Meyer. The stores are found in the western U.S., within the states of Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Alaska. The company merged with...
150 NE 20th StNewport, OR
(541) 265-4581
Central Coast
Aging Wisely With Heartfelt Hands
Providing licensed, bonded, reliable in-home care of Seniors and Hospice Clients under the supervision of a RN. Providing both Companionship, Nursing Care and Live-in Care.
1010 SW Bay St.Newport, OR
(541) 265-8530
Email us (michelle[at]awhh[dot]org)
Central Coast
Oc Eye Care Llc
Every person has unique visual needs. Dr. Schroeder and staff at OC Eye Care provide quality care for our patients, all within a caring, relaxed, and clean environment. Getting a correct contact lens or spectacle prescription is only the first...
825 SW Abbey StNewport, OR
(541) 264-7726
Email us (oceyecarellc[at]gmail[dot]com)